A student has the right to request that the University not release public information.
To request non-disclosure of directory information, students must complete a "Request
to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information" form in the Registrar's Office. This
request is valid until the student notifies the Registrar through a written request
to remove the non-disclosure flag.

For faster and more accurate processing, please use PAWS to update your address and
telephone number.

Written change of address requests must include your name, student ID or social security
number (voluntary), your signature, your new address (please indicate if this is your
permanent or local address), and your telephone number.

Name change requests must be in writing and include your student ID or social security
number, your name PRIOR to the change, as well as your new name, date of birth, marital
status (unmarried, married, widowed, separated), your signature, and a copy of one
of the following court generated documents:

Birth CertificateMarriage CertificateCourt Order/Divorce DecreeSocial Security CardPassport or Visa (Required by international students. Must be original)

You may also download a "Change of Name" form. The University reserves the right to request more than one form of documentation
for verification purposes.

Student Preferred NameThe University of South Alabama recognizes that many of its students use a name other
than their legal name. Therefore, the University will permit current students to
identify themselves within the university’s information system with a preferred name
in addition to their legal name as long as the use of a preferred name is not for
the purpose of misrepresentation. It is further understood that the student's preferred
name should be used in university communications, except where the use of the legal
name is necessitated by university business or legal requirement.

This service may be modified, changed, altered, or rescinded at the discretion of
University.

What is a Preferred Name?A preferred name is a first name (i.e., given name) that may be chosen to be used
instead of legal first name. Students may opt to go by a preferred name that is different
from their legal first name. This name will appear on the class roster instead of
legal name. Some records, such as paychecks or financial aid, that require use of
a legal name, will not change to preferred name. However, whenever possible, preferred
name will be used.

Campus Use of Preferred NameCurrently, the preferred name will only appear on the University’s class rosters.
Jag IDs are required to display the legal name as it appears in the University’s
information system. Campus departments are encouraged to utilize preferred name in
their business practices except where legal name is required.

How can I set my preferred name? You must submit a Preferred Name Request Form to the Office of the Registrar along with a photo ID. The ID will only be used to
verify that the student is making the request. A current driver’s license, Jag ID,
or passport may be used.